Principal

Are you a passionate, accomplished, and visionary leader ready to shape the future of a thriving secondary school?

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal to lead Brixham College, a vibrant 11–18 mixed secondary school at the heart of its local community. This is a unique opportunity to make a profound and lasting impact on the lives of young people and to guide the college into the next exciting phase of its journey.

About the Role

As Principal, you will:

• Provide strong, strategic leadership grounded in professional competence to drive sustained school improvement
• Inspire and empower staff to deliver exceptional teaching and learning
• Strengthen student outcomes, engagement, and aspiration across all key stages
• Champion a caring, inclusive, and achievement-focused school culture
• Collaborate effectively with the Thinking Schools Academy Trust and the wider community to achieve excellence

About You

We are looking for a highly competent leader who:

• Has a proven track record of successful and impactful school leadership
• Brings depth of expertise and a highly skilled approach to school improvement
• Is ambitious for every student and committed to raising standards across the board
• Shares our values and commitment to cognitive-based education
• Builds strong, trusting relationships with staff, students, and families
• Leads with integrity, confidence, and clarity of purpose

We are proud to be part of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, a family of schools united by a shared mission: to inspire learners and transform life chances. As our next Principal, your leadership and expertise will be central to delivering on this mission and ensuring every student at Brixham College thrives.

As Principal at Brixham College you will become part of a thriving network of educational expertise both locally in the Southwest and across our Trust schools. You will benefit from the support from the Education Executive and Strategy teams to enact your vision and reach your goals. You will also join an ambitious and effective group of TSAT Principals who alongside the Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director, collaborate to meet the challenges that school leaders face and support each other to drive standards and outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a Trust and school that will support you to grow professionally and make a lasting difference.

Please Click Here for further information on this exciting role and to learn more about Brixham College and our Trust.

What our Trust will offer you:

• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Performance Related Pay: We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance.
• Teacher Pension Scheme: Secure your future with membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Internationally Accredited Pedagogy: Access to a range of external opportunities to enhance your development.
• CPD: Our in-house training provision, Thinking Horizons, offers clear pathways and goals to guide your aspirations.  
• Chartered Teacher Status: As an accredited Chartered Teacher organisation you can become a recognised Chartered Teacher. 
• Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice. 
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully-equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at Brixham College.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Convenient Parking: Park for free in our staff car park on-site.
• TSAT Benefits Portal: a one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership. 
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!

Next Steps:

This excellent opportunity will allow an inspirational, and strategic individual to grasp the role with a ‘hands on’ approach to lead our school and transform the life chances of our pupils.

If you are interested in being our Principal at Brixham College and benefiting from a supportive network of senior leaders across our Trust, we would encourage you to apply.

To arrange an informal conversation or tour, please contact Simon.Arnold@tsatrust.org.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk